House Sponsors: LYONS,JOSEPH. Short description: RIVRBOAT-ELECTRONIC FUND TRANS Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Riverboat Gambling Act. Prohibits installation of terminals accepting certain access devices for electronic funds transfer and prohibits check cashing and issuing warrants or coupons redeemable for cash. FISCAL NOTE (Illinois Gaming Board) Wagering tax revenue would be reduced by an estimated 20%; each 1% reduction reduces revenue by approx. $3 million annually. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 01-01-09 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status